Egypt on Track to Combat Business Obstacles and Boost Economy

• Monday, 8th May 2017
• by Farah Montasser

In a one-of-its kind interview, Invest-Gate sits with Ashraf Salman, former Minister of Investment and current CEO of AUR Capital, to discuss the Egyptian economy and highlight ARCO Developments’ ongoing take on Egypt’s real estate market

Dreamy Anakato Guesthouse Transforms Nubian Tourism

• Sunday, 16th April 2017
• by Yasmin El-Beih

Visitors to Nubia are often familiar with the iconic Anakato guesthouse. Even tourists in Nubia for a day trip via Aswan can easily make out the vibrantly colored, authentic houses, where small crowds gather for meals to watch the sunrise and sunset before one of Egypt’s most stunning views. Invest-Gate pays Anakato a visit.

Tourism in Times of Crisis: Niches and Their Development

• Friday, 2nd December 2016
• by Tim Nanns

Egypt's tourism sector has over the past years been battered by revolutionary turmoil, terrorism and uncertainty, leaving the once-blossoming industry largely shattered. With the decline in traditional tourism, niche tourism and different variations of tourism have heralded a potential salvation for the industry.

South Sinai: Exploring the Wealth of a Nation

• Thursday, 20th October 2016
• by Nadine Abou el Atta

Amid efforts to resolve Egypt's ongoing tourism crisis, Invest-Gate speaks to Samy Soliman, Head of the Nuweiba and Taba Investors Association, to better understand the reality as investors view it on the ground in South Sinai, once one of Egypt's prime touristic hubs.

The Future of Sustainable and Green Construction in Egypt

• Monday, 5th September 2016
• by Heba Eid

The ‘going green’ bandwagon has been slowly making the rounds with new ideas of impactful ways to save our planet emerging every day. Environmental responsibility and long-term sustainable solutions have become a necessity, with the world trying to combat global warming with its consequences, and ensure resource availability for all. Now the worldwide trend towards going green has shifted to real estate, where a green building signifies a property that is built with an environmentally friendly process, energy and resource efficient. While the environmental aspects are key champions of green buildings, the economic benefits of a sustainable green shift are weighing heavily in its favor.

Hospitality Market in Egypt: The Complete Picture

• Tuesday, 30th August 2016
• by Heba Eid

With its strategic central location surrounded by the Mediterranean and Red Seas, warm weather, and its historic background and monuments, Egypt always had an influx of visitors and tourists.

Could Gulf Investment Herald a Boom in Egypt’s Tourism Sector?

• Tuesday, 30th August 2016
• by Joana Saba

Following the power switchover in 2013, Gulf countries emerged as Egypt’s largest benefactors; however, tourism commands only 0.1% of Egypt's total FDI. Could Gulf investments help create a new model?

Sahel vs. Sokhna: Where to Buy?

• Wednesday, 17th August 2016
• by Invest Gate

Owning a vacation property is a huge draw for some, allowing a person to acquire their very own small slice of paradise and enjoy it at your leisure without the hassle of renting. It also means enjoying serene, picturesque settings, clean air, away from the congestion of the city. Two avowed examples of Egypt’s vacation spots are Ain Sokhna and the North Coast.

The Untapped Potential of Ecotourism in Egypt

• Sunday, 7th August 2016
• by Joana Saba

Despite its maximal potential in terms of bankable natural resources, the concept of ecotourism in Egypt seems all but alien, with only a handful of areas making use of a more sustainable approach to attract a different type of tourism to Egypt’s shores and valleys.

The Top 5 Must Visit South Sinai Eco-lodges

• Tuesday, 2nd August 2016
• by Invest Gate

Egypt is well known for its diverse wealth of natural resources and sites that offer a large variety of recreational experiences, alongside access to some of the most breathtaking natural views in the world.